Claw Lesions, Diseases, and Manifestations

Toe Lesions

Description: "These include: toe ulcer, white line disease, thin sole toe ulcer, corkscrew claw and traumarelated lesions affecting the tip or apex of the claw. In our experience, toe ulcers associated with laminitis are relatively rare. White line disease lesions in the toe are slightly more common and are sometimes associated with inappropriate trimming techniques (i.e. such as excessive removal of the axial or inside wall). Laminitis is believed to be a potential contributor to white line lesions in the toe as a result of its effects on horn quality. Corkscrew claw is relatively common and frequently predisposes
to toe lesions that result in abscess formation by a couple of different routes. " Shearer and Amstel, 2009

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Toe Lesions in Dairy Cattle